Principa/Sr. Principal Project Management Level 3/4

Northrop Grumman•Iuka, MS

5d•$77,000 - $144,200

About The Position

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman is seeking Principal/Sr. Principal Project Manager Level 3/4 . This individual contributor will work side by side with the Program Manager and Integrated Product Team (IPT) lead on execution, program reporting, monitoring performance, managing risks, addressing issues and other special projects, as needed. Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management. Reviews status of project and schedules. Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with IPT, and line managers. The candidate should understand program management and they should adhere to NG processes and apply them to working internal projects. They should have knowledge of industry practices and standards and demonstrate the skill and ability to perform professional tasks. This individual should possess leadership and team building capabilities and have strong interpersonal skills. Must possess solid organization abilities and be a motivated, flexible team player. Some travel may be required.

Requirements

Principal Project Management Level 3: Bachelor's degree with 4 years of related experience or similar fields OR: Masters with 3 years of experience in similar fields OR; PhD with 0 years of experience in. Experience with Microsoft tool suite; the ability to create, manage, and manipulate the tools, especially PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Teams
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret clearance within a reasonable period as determined by the needs of the business
Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period as determined by the needs of the business
Sr. Principal Project Level 4: Bachelor's degree with 8 years of related experience or similar field OR: Masters with 4 years of experience in similar fields OR; PhD with 4 years of experience in. Experience with Microsoft tool suite; the ability to create, manage, and manipulate the tools, especially PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Teams
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret clearance within a reasonable period as determined by the needs of the business
Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period as determined by the needs of the business

Nice To Haves

Master's degree with 3 years of related experience, or a PhD with 1 year of related experience
Experience with interfacing with all levels of employees and leadership
Experience with risk management
Experience with proposal development
Experience with analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
Experience with prioritizing and completing multiple tasks within critical deadlines.
Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders
Preferred Active DoD Clearance
Preferred Active Special Program Access (PAR)
2+ years' experience in Project management, Program Integration/Execution
Knowledge of Project Management principles and experience utilizing them professionally
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or similar
Proven success managing multiple projects simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication, including presentation skills to senior leadership
Defense Industry experience
Experience working in technical engineering environment
Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience

Responsibilities

Assess project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction goals and objectives.
Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and reporting status
Development, implementation, and maintenance of tools/templates for monitoring project progress
Preparation of status reports and presentations for NGC internal and Customer meetings
Conduct risk & opportunity management practices including identification, mitigation and realization, and ensure compliance to customer and program risk management requirements